Charles Kettering (1876-1958), an inventor with 186 patents including the electrical starting motor, once said, “A problem well stated is a problem half-solved.” Kettering’s words provided the basis for much of my research and teaching related to creativity and remain an inspiration for this blog, a search not only for answers, but for better questions. … Read more
Although Netflix and the Duffer Brothers have not announced a release date for Season 4 of “Stranger Things,” one can argue there is no need to wait. We are already in Year 4 of the “upside down.” For those unfamiliar with the series, “The ‘upside down’ is an alternate dimension existing in parallel to … Read more
The Constitution of the United States mandates three oaths which apply to those who govern our nation. The oath of the president of the United states administered upon inauguration or ascension to office via succession is specified in Article II, Section One, Clause 8. I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully … Read more
With appreciation to Aaron Sorkin, screen writer, and Rob Reiner, director, of A Few Good Men on which this parody is based. Yesterday, Castle Rock Productions announced it has approached Rob Reiner to direct a sequel to his 1992 tour de force starring Tom Cruise, Demi Moore and Jack Nicholson. Below is an excerpt from the … Read more
The title of today’s post is an obvious reference to the book and movie Searching for Bobby Fisher, chess’ version of the The Great White Hope. Except in this case, the goal was not to find a Caucasian boxer who could defeat the first black heavyweight champion. It was the story of Josh Waitzkin, … Read more